Meaning and Usage
The adjective '국제적' means 'international' and is used to describe things related to multiple countries or global contexts. It is often combined with nouns like '문제' (issue), '무역' (trade), or '행사' (event) to specify international matters.
Common Collocations
- 국제적인 문제 (international issue): used when discussing problems that affect multiple countries.
- 국제적인 무역 (international trade): refers to trade between countries.
- 국제적인 행사 (international event): events involving participants from various countries.
Register and Politeness
'국제적' is a formal adjective commonly used in written and spoken Korean, especially in news, academic, and business contexts. It is neutral in politeness and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
Tips for Learners
Be careful not to confuse '국제적' with '국제' alone. '국제' is a noun meaning 'international,' while '국제적' is the adjective form. For example, '국제 문제' (international issue) and '국제적인 문제' (international issue) are both correct, but '국제적' emphasizes the adjectival quality.
Using '국제적' correctly helps you sound more natural when discussing global topics.